New York Jets Aim for Rare 2-0 Start Amidst Historical Struggles
A Week 2 victory over the Green Bay Packers would mark the Jets' first opening 2-0 record since 2015, offering a chance to alter historical narratives.
The New York Jets have an opportunity to achieve their first 2-0 start to a season since 2015 when they host the Green Bay Packers in Week 2. This potential early success offers a chance to counter a long history of struggles.
Since 1960, the Jets franchise has been involved in 23 instances where an opponent finished a season with only one win. This statistic is higher than any other NFL team, with the next closest being the Indianapolis Colts with three such occurrences. The Jets' instances include seasons in 1968 (when they also won the Super Bowl), 1972, 1980, and 1991.
A victory against the Packers would provide a significant building block and a narrative shift for the team, offering a rare opportunity to move away from historical low points.